SUPERBU Posted September 21, 2012 Author Share Posted September 21, 2012 LOL great responses guys. I guess I will quit my whining. I bought the car to drive hard and have fun. My wifes Outback does the rest. Am I easy on my cars- probably not. It's just that I drove my last car the same way (Altima) and only had to replace a muffler and thermostat in 156K miles. I sold if for $3000 in awesome shape and saw it on the road for another 3 years. FYI- I have never smoked a clutch. The TOB exploding @80K miles is what caused the clutch failure. I went with an Excedy upgrade and a SMFW and have had nothing but issues since. Maybe it's the mechanic. Thanks again guys. I will keep her. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
06silvarubiLGT Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Its the excedy, the one I had in my bug-eye lasted only 1 easy launch. then slipped at 7k...6k..5k.. till I couldnt get it to drive up hills anymore. Then I got ACT set-up and started blowing front diffs.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheOneDoubleN Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 FYI- I have never smoked a clutch. The TOB exploding @80K miles is what caused the clutch failure. I went with an Excedy upgrade and a SMFW and have had nothing but issues since. Maybe it's the mechanic. Its the excedy, the one I had in my bug-eye lasted only 1 easy launch. then slipped at 7k...6k..5k.. till I couldnt get it to drive up hills anymore. Then I got ACT set-up and started blowing front diffs.. I have yet to hear anything good about an exedy clutch from anyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Ha, I'm a service manager for a dealership. Probably the only honest shop in RI. Oh, that explains a lot. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
copenhagen6123 Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 LOL great responses guys. I guess I will quit my whining. I bought the car to drive hard and have fun. My wifes Outback does the rest. Am I easy on my cars- probably not. It's just that I drove my last car the same way (Altima) and only had to replace a muffler and thermostat in 156K miles. I sold if for $3000 in awesome shape and saw it on the road for another 3 years. FYI- I have never smoked a clutch. The TOB exploding @80K miles is what caused the clutch failure. I went with an Excedy upgrade and a SMFW and have had nothing but issues since. Maybe it's the mechanic. Thanks again guys. I will keep her. As far as the no maintenance Altima, of course nothing broke in 156k, there is nothing special about an Altima that would warrant "spirited driving" or putting any form of strain on the drive train ie: turbo, four wheels to push all the time, driving like you stole it....... The TOB could have been a defective part or a bad install, I know it isn't the easiest thing to replace but if you can do the labor yourself there are way more expensive parts to worry about breaking on a Legacy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
copenhagen6123 Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Maybe a keep or say goodbye poll is in order lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FJuan Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 It's a hella lot cheaper if you're able to do your own work. My car has only seen the dealership twice in the past 6 yrs, once for the fan relay and the other for a TOB that left me stranded 180 miles away from home. Everything else I've done my own. Car has 115k miles 3 TOB 2 Clutches Axle boots (replacing another one this weekend) 1 set of LCA bushings 1 Power steering pump 3 sets of Plugs Timing belt Next few months All 4 shocks Valve cover gaskets (starting to leak) Besides this, it's been a very reliable car and I still enjoy driving her everyday. My wife's balls are delicious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lingling1337 Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Hmm sounds like my car. 93k miles and I'm suspect of the TOB, I've replaced the LCA bushings (they were quite torn, used Gp.N replacement parts), water pump/belts (90k service), axle boots are starting to leak, had a coolant leak, and need new/turned rotors. That said it's a badass car and I feel like I just got it at a less-than-optimal time in its lifespan (~85k mi.). If I need to replace the TOB I'll put in a new clutch as well and I figure the car will serve me well for a long time after that. Everything else is just minor wear and tear, especially considering a 20yr old male is behind the wheel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.blackgt. Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Remind me to never buy GTTuners car Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ttnio Posted September 22, 2012 Share Posted September 22, 2012 LCA's are the dealer service departments gravy. Just because it has a tear doesn't mean it needs to be replaced.When do you do a repair and replace on those torn LCA's ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LosAngelesLGT Posted September 22, 2012 Share Posted September 22, 2012 I have yet to hear anything good about an exedy clutch from anyone. Exedy clutches are AWESOME, as long as you are talking about OEM replacement and not upgrades. I would not hesitate to use a standard exedy clutch to replace oem for oem purposes. Exedy makes many, many of the oem clutches in production cars. I also understand that their multi-clutch packs are quite good. Their stage 1 kit for the LGT is horrific and I would not wish it on anyone . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERBU Posted September 22, 2012 Author Share Posted September 22, 2012 When do you do a repair and replace on those torn LCA's ? You start to get a knocking in the front end when driving slow over bumps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
06silvarubiLGT Posted September 22, 2012 Share Posted September 22, 2012 You start to get a knocking in the front end when driving slow over bumps. And you start to get brake pulsations more frequently, feels like the wheels extend (flex forward/backward) a slight amount on hard stops/starts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTTuner Posted September 22, 2012 Share Posted September 22, 2012 Remind me to never buy GTTuners car LAMO, talk to my friends, it's one of the cleanest, nicest GRP sedans you will ever see! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lingling1337 Posted September 22, 2012 Share Posted September 22, 2012 While we're on the subject, which upgraded clutch won't blow my car up? Or is it safest to go with OEM replacement? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HAMMER DOWN Posted September 22, 2012 Share Posted September 22, 2012 Exedy clutches are AWESOME, as long as you are talking about OEM replacement and not upgrades. I would not hesitate to use a standard exedy clutch to replace oem for oem purposes. Exedy makes many, many of the oem clutches in production cars. I also understand that their multi-clutch packs are quite good. Their stage 1 kit for the LGT is horrific and I would not wish it on anyone . Good to hear, I have one on the way. For the G/F's 05 WRX. At over 150k, the clutch don't slip, but the clutch pedal pushes hard. Like the TOB is dragging on the input shaft. And her lower turbo coolant line as sprung a leak & need to inspect her turbo & banjo filter bolt, that's under the turbo. Which will be easier to do when the transaxle, exhaust & turbo is out of the way. New Exedy OEM replacement clutch setup will be here Monday. At $260 from FBP, Im willing to give then a try. Mike Mileage:331487 Retired/Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERBU Posted September 23, 2012 Author Share Posted September 23, 2012 Damn $260 is a deal. I paid $1000 for my clutch and flywheel. All for a headache. Good luck I hope it works good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HAMMER DOWN Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 Here's a link, 05 WRX, 2.0L http://www.fredbeansparts.com/exedy-oem-replacement-subaru-wrx-clutch-kit.html New flywheel about $209. Dealer as one in stock. So I'm going to wait to see how bad the original one is. If it can be cleaned up or not. The way she drives. It wouldn't surprise me if I can reuse it, we'll see. 05 GT EXEDY OEM Subaru replacements $396.00 http://www.fredbeansparts.com/exedy-oem-replacement-clutch-kit.html Mike Mileage:331487 Retired/Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERBU Posted September 23, 2012 Author Share Posted September 23, 2012 I have to laugh because if you scroll down to the bottom of the Excedy page it says, "You may also be interested in axle seals." My seals are leaking as we speak after installing their clutch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERBU Posted September 23, 2012 Author Share Posted September 23, 2012 This is the kit I purchased: http://www.autopartsway.ca/PartDetails.cfm?W0133-1817717/DKN/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LosAngelesLGT Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 $1000 for a exedy clutch setup? Mike/Hammerdown you might want to consider a TSK kit as the exedy TOB are admittedly average in quality. The COMP TOB was much, much beefier. So beefy I did not use a TSK kit in my LGT as there was no shaft damage anyhow on my 3rd clutch. You can always decide after you open it up if you can wait a few days for potential shipping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HAMMER DOWN Posted September 24, 2012 Share Posted September 24, 2012 Thanks for the heads-up on the TOB. Time wise, as long as I get it done before it snows. Until then she be driving my Solstice GXP. Mike Mileage:331487 Retired/Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mega Users paintpollz Posted September 24, 2012 Mega Users Share Posted September 24, 2012 my car is starting to rust out on the drivers side. Its a 2007. My biggest issues with these cars is the quality of materials, not the "build" quality of the car. Its a sound automobile for sure, very reliable. But Subaru uses cheap, shitty interior/exterior materials. There is always a trade off though. Like everyone said, cheap car/insurance and taxes trump all the pros of getting a new vehicle. "Remember Danny - Two wrongs don't make a right but three rights make a left." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gr4v3r Posted September 24, 2012 Share Posted September 24, 2012 who needs weather stripping anyway! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTTuner Posted September 24, 2012 Share Posted September 24, 2012 Well I had to open my big mouth. I drained the rear diff Saturday and found pieces of side or spider gears, WTF!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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